Problem

Computer pornography

Other Names:

Computerized porn
Software porn
Dissemination of pronography over the Internet

Nature:

Computer pornography, one of the newest forms of merchandized erotica, comes in the form of interactive videos featuring porn models and actresses who respond to commands dictated by the computer keyboard. Pornographic films are converted into digital data for compact discs, which thus bestow the videos with realistic detail of sexual scenarios. Some programmes offer a series of choices, which allow the viewer to orchestrate what occurs on screen according to his desires. Many believe computer pornography and its unrealistic manipulation of women serves only to encourage unrealistic sexual expectations by men.

Incidence:

After a Tennessee resident complained, a California couple was charged with transmitting pornographic text and images over its member-only bulletin board. The trial is predicted to define the notion of local community standards in the online world.

Broader Problems:

Electronic pornography

Related Problems:

Broadcast pornography
Negative social effects of automation

Aggravates:

Rape
Computer obsession
Exposure of children to pornography
Socially disruptive effects of video games

Reduced By:

Computer viruses

Strategies:

Developing software
Affirming positive aspects of pornography

Subject(s):

Communication → Promotion
Informatics, Classification → Informatics
Innovative change → Change
Transportation, Telecommunications → Internet

Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:

GOAL 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

Problem Type:

E: Emanations of other problems

Date of last update

04.10.2020 – 22:48 CEST

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